One and two step inequalities

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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'≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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'≤' means 'less than or equal to'.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve the inequality: s + 9 ≥ -25?

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Subtract 9 from both sides: s ≥ -34.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What is the solution to the inequality: -2x ≤ 14?

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Divide both sides by -2 (remember to flip the inequality): x ≥ -7.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you represent a maximum speed limit of 55 in an inequality?

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s ≤ 55, where s is the speed.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the first step to solve the inequality: 11x + 14 < -8?

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Subtract 14 from both sides: 11x < -22.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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If Johnny earns $15 per hour and wants to earn at least $105, what inequality represents this situation?

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15h ≥ 105, where h is the number of hours worked.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution to the inequality: 3x - 5 > 4?

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Add 5 to both sides: 3x > 9, then divide by 3: x > 3.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What does it mean if a solution to an inequality is represented on a number line?

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It shows all the possible values that satisfy the inequality.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8